Moving to San Francisco From Vancouver BC
San Francisco, The Golden City, is right at your fingertips. Maybe it is the city’s iconic Golden Gate Bridge that drew you in. It expands 1.7 miles (almost 3 kilometers, if you are still thinking in metric) and is the city’s most photographed site. The city is known for its iconic cable cars, Golden Gate Park, and Alcatraz Island. If you’ve left your heart in San Francisco and have decided to make the move there permanently, Trans Canada Movers can help!
Moving is stressful and confusing; add the complexity of moving across the border and it can feel overwhelming. Trans Canada Movers is perfectly equipped to support trans-continental moves such as this to ensure that your move goes as smoothly as can be. Of course, you’ll want to be certain that you’ve filled out all of the documentation you’ll need for a cross-border move and have reviewed the guide for moving from Canada to the USA before you get started. Once that’s out of the way, you are in the clear to focus on the more exciting elements of your move.
Why Move to San Francisco?
It’s a given that San Francisco is one of the most desirable places to live in America right now. Being just steps away from Silicon Valley and the booming tech sector makes for an exciting place to live. There’s also a world class food scene and ample opportunities to stay active while enjoying the outdoors. Here are some of the reasons you’ll love living in San Francisco.
The Weather. Unlike the rest of California, San Francisco boasts incredibly mild weather. In fact, the city ranges from 50 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit on average during the year. San Francisco is also notoriously foggy; however, it does tend to burn off during the day and it’s a small price to pay for a city that is naturally air conditioned.
The Food. Satisfy every food craving you’ve ever had and even some you didn’t know you had with an endless list of eateries. From mouth-watering bakeries to the Saturday farmer’s market behind the Ferry Building, San Francisco is a city for those who love food. And let’s not forget coffee, which is more of a life-affirming experience than a simple caffeine fix in this city.
The Diversity. San Francisco has a minority-majority population and is considered a global community. The city is also known as the birthplace of gay rights and the 60s counterculture movement. No matter what culture, background, or scene you are from, you’ll fit right in in San Francisco.
The Career Opportunities. The biggest influx of people moving to San Francisco these days are coming for a career in the technology sector. Being neighbours with Silicon Valley has its perks with high-paying tech jobs that attract global talent. If you’re moving to San Francisco for a new job, you’re in good company.
Things Worth Knowing About Life in San Francisco
There are many aspects of San Francisco that make it a unique and special city to live in. You’ll surely discover all of them in time, so for now, here are a few key pieces of information worth knowing about your new city.
San Francisco has its own unique microclimate that can vary from street to street and neighbourhood to neighbourhood. Locals recommend wearing at least 3 layers daily.
The infamous San Francisco fog has a name. Karl the Fog is so popular, he has his own Twitter account. Some locals even have costumes so they can dress up as Karl the Fog.
Locals love to dress up. Whether they’re dressing up like Karl the Fog to celebrate the end of the yearly Bay to Breakers race or it’s a random Saturday night, most locals have a dedicated costume box at home.
The view from Dolores Park is breathtaking. A top tip is to pick up a sandwich from Ike’s Place and bring it to the park for a picnic. From here, you’ll get an amazing view of downtown San Francisco with the Bay behind and the palm trees on Dolores street in front. Talk about picture perfect.
Make Your Move to San Francisco With Trans Canada Movers
There are a lot of things to take into consideration when preparing for a long-distance move, especially when you’re moving to another country. Take some of the stress away and hire Trans Canada Movers to ensure your move is a smooth one. We’ve got years of experience with cross-border moves and will help you move your life from Canada over to San Francisco as efficiently as possible. Let us take care of the moving logistics while you shift your focus towards all the opportunities you’ll have in San Francisco.